Interim Head of Business Relationship

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Interim Head of Business Relationship, London

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Client:

Babcock International Group

Location:

London, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Reference:

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Job Views:

10

Posted:

26.04.2025

Expiry Date:

10.06.2025

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Job Description:

Job Title: Interim Head of Business Relationship
Location: Flexible, UK+ Hybrid Working Arrangements
Compensation: Competitive + Benefits
Role Type: Full time / 52 week Fixed Term Contract
Role ID: SF

At Babcock, we’re working to create a safe and secure world. Join us as an Interim Head of Business Relationship and play your part.

The role

Reporting to the Chief Data Officer, you will transform the leadership of the Relationship Management practice to foster excellence in building and managing deep relationships between IT and the global Group. You will work closely with IT leadership to enhance engagement and shape the 'personality' of IT as a core element of Babcock’s success.

This role emphasizes the importance of the 'how'—approach, attitude, and innovation. We value courageous ideas, kindness, and a spirit of challenge. Building relationships is complex and iterative, and you will be supported to make a positive impact, using your judgment to do things well most of the time.

Expect to bring energy and humor, fostering a social, open-minded environment.

You will deliver key change objectives such as:

• Develop metrics for customer vision, perception of IT, demand, and risk management
• Create a framework and improvement plan for global BP governance aligned with IT and corporate strategy
• Develop a framework for global 'personality', processes, and communication
• Build a trusted, courageous culture
• Recruit, train, and mentor team members in line with these plans

Daily responsibilities include:

• Leading the Relationship Management practice to build impactful relationships and represent IT effectively
• Defining and governing frameworks for alignment with IT leadership and stakeholders
• Managing financial planning, forecasting, and resource allocation
• Ensuring compliance with corporate governance principles and expenditure limits

This is a full-time role, 37.5 hours/week, with hybrid working options.

Essential experience:

• Excellent communication skills at all levels, influencing senior leaders
• Senior management experience working with IT professionals and diverse stakeholders
• Strong leadership with a focus on value-driven outcomes
• Ability to understand complex information, with analytical and problem-solving skills
• Decisiveness, teamwork, and ability to work under tight deadlines

Qualifications:

• Open to diverse backgrounds; experience and willingness to learn are valued

Security Clearance: Must be able to achieve and maintain SC/ BPSS clearance. Eligibility may be affected by nationality or residency.

What we offer:

• Pension scheme with life assurance
• Employee share scheme
• Shopping savings portal
• Professional fee coverage
• Special leave for Reservists
• Holiday trading options
• ‘Be Kind Day’ for volunteering